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Adware.GatorClone performs the following actions when executed:

Creates a randomly named .dll file in the %Temp% folder and injects the file into running processes. This .dll file will restart the adware program if the adware program is terminated.

Adds the value:

<Filename of Adware> = <Path to Adware>

to the registry key:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run

Contacts a remote server for advertisements and instructions, and displays pop-up ads.

The following instructions pertain to all Symantec antivirus products that support Security Risk detection.

Update the definitions.

Restart the computer in Safe mode

Run a full system scan and delete all the files detected as Adware.GatorClone.

Delete the value that was added to the registry.

For specific details on each of these steps, read the following instructions.

1. To update the definitions
To obtain the most recent definitions, start your Symantec program and run LiveUpdate.

2. To restart the computer in Safe mode
Shut down the computer and turn off the power. Wait for at least 30 seconds, and then restart the computer in Safe mode or VGA mode. For instructions, read the document, "How to start the computer in Safe Mode
."

3. To scan for and delete the files

Start your Symantec antivirus program and run a full system scan.

If any files are detected as Adware.GatorClone, click Delete.

Note: If your Symantec antivirus product reports that it cannot delete a detected file, note the path and file name. Then use Windows Explorer to locate and delete the file.

4. To delete the value from the registry WARNING:
Symantec strongly recommends that you back up the registry before making any changes to it. Incorrect changes to the registry can result in permanent data loss or corrupted files. Modify the specified keys only. Read the document, "How to make a backup of the Windows registry
," for instructions.